Wayne Rooney has seen enough. Manchester United’s all-time leading goalscorer didn’t hold back following the club’s 3–1 collapse against Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium.
The result marked United’s fourth loss of the season and left them languishing in 14th place with just seven points from six games. Amorim remains in charge for now.
The Portuguese coach is under growing pressure ahead of Saturday’s clash with Sunderland at Old Trafford. This is one match that could define his tenure. But for Rooney, the bigger picture is bleak.
Speaking on his BBC podcast, Rooney admitted he no longer recognises the club he once led to Premier League and Champions League glory. The former United captain said:
“I honestly hope he can turn it round and he does. But… after everything I’ve seen, honestly, I’ve got no faith in it.
I don’t see players fighting. I don’t see character. I don’t see desire to win.”
Rooney, who won five league titles under Sir Alex Ferguson, pointed the finger at more than just Amorim. He also raised concerns about what’s happening off the pitch.
“The soul has gone from the club. It needs a new engine, a new lease of life.
I see staff losing jobs, people walking out. The culture of that football club has gone.”
Rooney’s words carried extra weight. His two sons are currently in United’s academy but that didn’t stop him from questioning the direction of the club. He said:
“What I’m seeing at that football club is not Manchester United. It hurts.”
With Sunderland up next and Liverpool looming after the break, the Red Devils face a make-or-break stretch.
But the message from one of their greatest ever players is already loud and clear: Something is broken inside the club.
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